Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series HG4911
M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage Diecast Model
Free French Army, "Edith", Northern Europe, 1944 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage | | 2.75" | | 1.25" |
“Edith” was an M8 that belonged to the First Regiment of Moroccan Spahis. Spahis is a derivative of an Ottoman (sipahi) and Middle Persian (Spah) word meaning "army", or "horsemen". Eventually the unit became the reconnaissance regiment for the French 2nd Armored Division. “Edith” had a very tragic ending on September 11, 1944 near the town of Andelot-Blancheville when it was struck by a Panzerfaust grenade that punched a hole in the left side of the hull. “Edith” can be seen in Andelot-Blancheville as a monument to the brave men that fought and died there.
Developed from the M5 Stuart light tank, the M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage entered production in September 1942. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles.
Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" diecast vehicles feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Painted, fitted, non-moving tracks on detailed non-rotating wheels.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Clear acrylic display case to protect model.
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